BGMEA says Accord rejected ILO’s safety assessment reports
The factory safety assessment reports provided by the ILO-hired firms were not being accepted by the Accord on fire and building Safety in Bangladesh. The apparel exporters told this…
China, Britain aim for closer ties
China and Britain want to fully tap their potential in bilateral trade, particularly of high value-added and hi-tech products, and in service trade and infrastructure projects. The intention is…
Italy’s Orizio to display its latest innovations at ITMA
Orizio, the Italian knitting machine manufacturer will be showcasing its latest innovations in knitting technology at ITMA 2015, which is to be held in November this year. A…
MGMA’s ‘Annual Factory Awards Dinner’ to be held soon
The Myanmar Garment Manufacturers Association’s second Annual Factory Awards Dinner is to be held on October 24, 2015 at the Summit Parkview Hotel Grand Ballroom. The awards are to…
Pakistan looks to achieve export target
Pakistan may have a trade policy by November. Over the last two years the country has faced a downward trend in exports. The policy will offer incentives to…
India’s textile sector faces challenges
India’s share in the global apparel trade is unlikely to increase significantly over the long term. Structural challenges which constrain the industry need to be addressed. The fragmented…
Geotechnical Frontiers to be held in Orlando in March
Geotechnical Frontiers 2017, a popular trade show for geotechnical, civil and geo-professional communities will be held from March 12-15, 2017. Held every six years, the industry unites to share developments…
Denim players gearing up to deal with 'athleisure' threat
Athleisure is emerging as a strong trend giving a tough competition to denim business globally. However, Robert Antoshak, Managing Director of Olah Inc pointing out the problems and opportunities in…
IAF Fashion Convention ends on a positive note
The 31st IAF World Fashion Convention held in Istanbul held on October 14, 2015, saw over 700 participants from North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Christophe Auhagen, CBO,…
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China’s CPTPP membership could create hurdles for US’ textile industry
Textile and apparel companies have been on a high alert ever since China submitted its application to join the 11-member... Read more
Sustainability pressures compel brands to relook raw material choices
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Apparel dominates Brand Finance’s 2021 luxury brands list with 62% value
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Innovations to help China’s luxe brands retain sheen despite official crackdown
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PLI scheme will make Indian textile industry self-reliant
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Innovation labs helping brands launch new, sustainable materials
The activewear industry has received a huge push in the last three years with brands from Adidas to Pangaia to... Read more
Bangladesh: New Accord fails in brands’ legal accountability to suppliers
The recent renewal of the Bangladesh Accord has sparked a debate amongst industry leaders on the feasibility its renewal. While... Read more
Diversification can help Vietnam lift production amid latest COVID-19 outbreak
The outbreak of COVID-19’s Delta variant has paralyzed Vietnam’s garment industry. Though factories are allowed to operate they have to... Read more
Cotton prices to be bullish this year predict analysts
Cotton futures contract reached a 7.5-year high in August as falling global supply gave a boost to demand from China.... Read more
Collaborations to be key for future textile industry growth
Collaborations are an important part of supply chain management in the textile industry. They help the industry create the right... Read more